KIXP Expands Coastal Presence with New PoP at iColo’s MBA2 Data Center in Mombasa

iColo : a Digital Realty Company, Kenya’s leading provider of carrier-neutral data center solutions, has today announced the entry of Kenya Internet Exchange Point (KIXP ) into its data center, Mombasa Two (MBA2). This entry signifies growth in both the local and regional peering environment.

In order to strengthen the country’s internet ecosystem, the exchange point operated by Technology Service Providers of Kenya (TESPOK) will bring interconnection points closer to users along the coast. This new development will reduce latency, improve redundancy, and enable faster and more efficient routing of internet traffic within the region.

iColo currently operates two highly connected data centers in the coastal city of Mombasa, supported by seven sub-sea cable systems – including 2Africa – positioning it as the most interconnected hub and a strategic gateway to East Africa.

“We are elated to see KIXP’s consistent growth in our campuses over the years, and having them deploy at MBA2 is yet another milestone we celebrate. Over 100 networks are already connected at our Mombasa Campus, and we anticipate that the exchange’s new Point of Presence will foster an immense shift in the internet experience, not only in Kenya but also in the East African region.”

– Rina Sodha, Director – Customer Implementation, iColo 

“Our presence at iColo MBA2 reflects our commitment to ensuring that KIXP remains accessible to networks across Kenya and beyond. This expansion enhances Mombasa’s role as a key landing point for multiple subsea cables and positions it as a vital hub for regional and international internet traffic exchange.”

–Fiona Asonga, Chief Executive Officer, TESPOK 

iColo continues to drive the development of digital infrastructure in Kenya and Mozambique to support the continent’s accelerating digital transformation. As part of Digital Realty – the world’s leading provider of carrier- and cloud-neutral data center, colocation, and interconnection solutions – iColo connects customers to the global data communities that matter most. Leveraging PlatformDIGITAL®, Digital Realty’s global data center platform, customers gain access to a footprint of more than 300+ data centers across 50+ cities, 25 countries, and six continents.

This combination of local expertise and global reach is helping to build Africa’s digital and connectivity backbone, enabling enterprises and service providers across the region to participate fully in the global digital economy.